About HBS 2+2 Program:

• Venue : Harvard Business School, Boston
• By: Harvard Business School
• Important Dates :  Deadline for Submission of Applications: June 15, 2010
• Eligibility : Final Year UnderGraduate

Harvard Business School has opened the doors on an innovative new program for college juniors. It's called HBS 2+2: two years of work, then two years of immersion in the Harvard Business School MBA Program. In order to be eligible for the 2+2 Program you must be a current college junior ( i.e. completed pre-final year and entering final year for Indian Students) with at least one remaining semester, after July 2010, necessary for the completion of your degree. 

Students pursuing undergraduate degrees that are shorter or longer than 4 years are also eligible to apply. Students should apply the summer prior to their final year of study.

The HBS 2+2 Program application for the MBA class entering fall of 2013 consists of the following materials. All materials must be submitted online. Please assemble and prepare them to help us access your qualifications.

1. allegory: (Greek, ‘speaking otherwise’) It is a story, poem, or picture which can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one. It has a double meaning: a primary or surface meaning; and a secondary or under-the-surface meaning. It is a story, therefore, that can be read, understood and interpreted at two or more levels.

• 1. Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress is an allegory of Christian Salvation—the best known allegory in the English language. The whole work is a simplified representation of the average man’s journey through the trials and tribulations of life on his way to Heaven.

• 2. An early example of the use of allegory in literature is the myth of the Cave in Plato’s Republic. Other notable instances of allegory include Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels and George Orwell’s Animal Farm.

2. alliteration: (Latin, ‘repeating and playing upon the same letter’) The use of words starting with or containing the same letter or sound. It is a very old devise indeed in English verse and is used occasionally in prose.

• 1. Coleridge’s famous description of the sacred river Alph in Kubla Khan: ‘Five miles meandering with a mazy motion.’

• 2. Alliteration is common in tongue-twisters: Betty Botter bought some butter,

  • But, she said, the butter’s bitter;

  • If I put it in the batter

  • It will make my batter bitter,

  • But a bit of better butter,

  • That would make my batter better.

3. anacoluthon: (Greek, ‘back bending’) A sentence or construction in which the expected grammatical sequence is absent, considered an error in Grammar. Beginning a sentence in one way and continuing or ending it in another—used as a rhetorical device to achieve a particular effect.

• 1. While in the garden, the door banged shut. (Error in Grammar)

• 2. You know what I—but let’s forget it! (Rhetorical Device)

4. anadiplosis: (Greek, ‘doubling’) The repetition of the last word of one clause at the beginning of the following clause to gain a special effect.

• 1. Dr Johnson’s Rambler No. 21: ‘Labour and care are rewarded with success,

  • success produces confidence,

  • confidence relaxes industry,

  • and negligence ruins the reputation which diligence had raised.’

5. anaphora: (Greek, ‘carrying up or back’)

• 1. (Grammar) The use of a word referring back to a word used earlier in a text or conversation, to avoid repetition. For example: ‘I like it so do they.’

• 2. (Rhetoric) The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses.

For example: the lament for Lancelot in Malory’s Le Morte D’Arthur:

• …. you were never matched of earthly knight’s hand;

• and you were the most courteous knight that ever bore shield;

• and you were the truest friend to your lover that ever bestrode horse;

• and you were the truest lover of a sinful man that ever loved women;

• and you were the kindest man that ever struck with sword;

• and you were the goodliest person that ever came among press of knights;

• and you were the meekest man and the gentlest that ever ate in hall among ladies;

• and you were the sternest knight to your mortal foe that ever put spear in the rest.

6. anastrophe: (Greek, ‘turning back’: used in Rhetoric) The inversion of the usual order of words or clauses for a particular effect.

• 1. ‘The question between preaching extempore and from a written discourse, it does not properly fall within the province of this discourse to discuss on any but what may be called rhetorical principles.’ —Richard Whateley’s Elements of Rhetoric.

7. antithesis: (Greek, ‘opposition’) Fundamentally, contrasting ideas sharpened by the use of opposite or noticeably different meanings. An expression in which contrasting ideas are carefully balanced.

• 1. ‘Crafty men contemn studies; simple men admire them; and wise men use them.’—Bacon’s apophthegm

• 2. ‘Though studious, he was popular; though argumentative, he was modest; though inflexible, he was candid; and though metaphysical, yet orthodox.’—Dr Johnson

• 3. More haste, less speed.

8. antonomasia: (Greek, ‘naming instead’) 1. The substitution of an epithet or title for a proper name. and 2. The use of a proper name to express a general idea.

• 1. ‘the Maid of Orleans’ for Joan of Arc; 2. ‘the Bard’ for Shakespeare; 3. ‘a Gamaliel’ or ‘a Solomon’ for a wise man; 4. ‘a Daniel’ for a just man; 5. ‘a Casanova’ for a womanizer; 6. ‘a Hitler’ for a tyrant; and 7. ‘a Scrooge’ for a miser.

9. apostrophe: (Greek, ‘turning away’: used in Rhetoric) A figure of speech in which a thing, a place, an abstract quality, an idea, a dead or absent person is addressed as if present and capable of understanding.

• 1. ‘Sweet Auburn, loveliest village of the plain…”—Goldsmith’s opening of The Deserted Village

• 2. ‘O Judgement! Thou art fled to brutish beasts…’—Mark Anthony’s cry in Julius Caesar

• 3. ‘O Freedom! Hear our cry!

10. assonance: (Latin,

We use numbers in everyday life quite frequently. One of the uses of numbers is for comparison. When two things of same kind are attributed numerical values, we are able to compare them. This comparison is expressed in phrases like ‘is greater than',' is multiple of’ etc.

Let us take an example , a familiar situation in which Vignette scored 17 runs while Vijay amassed 51 runs in an inning of cricket. Then we say,

1) Vijay scored 34 runs more than Vignette or Vignette scored 34 runs less than Vijay or
(2) Vijay scored three times as many runs as Vignette or we say that Vignette scored only one third of the runs scored by Vijay. When we compare in the way as
(3), we are finding the ratio between the two numbers. In short, the ratio between two quantities ‘a’ and ‘b’( where b>0 is the value of fraction a/b in its lowest terms) Let us revise a few things about ratio.

The phrase, ‘the ratio of 17 to 51’ is written as ’17:51’ and read as ’17 is to 51’ While comparing two quantities in terms of ratio, we must bear in mind the following:
1) The two quantities must be of same kind.
2) The units of measurement of the two quantities must be the same.
3) As the ratio denotes how many times is one quantity of the other, it is a pure number( without any unit of measurement)
For example: 4m : 80 cm=400cm: 80cm=5:1 1hr 30 min : 2 hrs 15 min=90 min:135min=2:3 The numbers involved in a ratio are called its ‘terms’ 1

That expression of a ratio, both of whose terms do not have common factor other than one, is called the ratio in its lowest terms. Thus by canceling the common factor of the two terms 105 and 135, we obtain the lowest form f the ratio 105:135 as 7:9. Percentage is a special kind of a ratio . it is a ratio having its second term 100. Please note down certain important aspects of ratios.

1) when we consider the ratio of two numbers as A:B ,then the first number need not be ‘a’ and the second number need not be ‘b’.They can be ka and kb, where k is any non zero multiple of a and b.
2) Two ratios a : b and c: d (a/b and c/d) are said to be equal if a x d = b x c.
3) If two ratios are A:B and B:C, they are briefly written as a:b:c.

For example: when we say that the ratio of measures of angle A angle B and angle C of triangle ABC are three is to four is to five( 3 :4 :5) We really mean to say that m< A : m<B=3:4 and m<B : m<C= 4:5. That is, we write the ratio 3:4 and 4:5 in brief as 3:4:5. Also ,when we say that ratio of four numbers is a : b : c : d, then we mean that the ratio of three pairs of numbers taken in order are a, b, c, c, d.

PROPORTION:- Proportion is a very familiar and an important mathematical concept. Let us try to understand this. Suppose a fruit seller tells you that the price of oranges is Rs.20 a dozen, that sirs 20 for 12 oranges If you want to buy six oranges, how do you determine their cost? As the number of oranges is half of one dozen, their cost also has to be half. Therefore, the cost of 6 oranges is half of rs.20 i.e. Rs 10. In other words, you think that the cost of oranges in proportion to their number.

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National University of Singapore | Admission 2010

The National University of Singapore is a leading global university presenting unique learning opportunity for its students by leveragning on the rise of Asia. it is also consistantly ranked among the best universities in the world. NUS was placed 30th in the world and 4th in Asia by Times higer Education - Quacquarelli Symonds (THE - QS) World University in 2009.

For More information visit: www.nus.edu.sg/admissions/undergrad

GD Goenka World Institute and Lancaster University UK Admission 2010

Undergraduate Programmes:

• BBA - Business Studies
• BSc. - Hons in Economics
• BA - Hons in Business Economics
• BSc - Hons in Business Computing and Information Systems
• BA - Hons in Advertising and Marketing

Postgraduate Programmes:

• Global MBA (1 Year)
• PGDBM (2 Years)
• MSc Management (1 Year)
• MSc Management and Law (1 Year)
• MSc Management and Marketing (1 Year)

University of St Andrews UK Admission 2010

Wide range of courses:

• Art History
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Classics
• Computer Science
• Divinity
• Economics and Science
• English
• Film Studies
• Geography and Geoscience
• History
• Initial Relations
• Management
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Modern Language
• Physics and Astronomy
• Psychology
• Social Anthropology

Sheffield Hallam University UK Admission 2010

Sheffield Hallam University is one of the UK's largest and most innovative Universities. with more than 3500 International students from over 120 countries. Sheffield is one of the popular student destination.

Wide range of courses:

• Art and Design
• Business and Management
• Forensics
• Social Sciences
• Architecture
• Computiong
• Law Sport
• Biosciences
• Engineering
• Media and Communication
• Teacher Education
• Built Environment
• Finance
• Physiotherapy
• Tourism, Hospitality and Events

For more information visit: www.shu.ac.uk/international/country/india

Bostan Business School Switzerland Executive Programme 2010

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For many experienced managers, executives and specialists, Boston Business School is the partner of choice when it comes to expanding their skill sets, broadening their functionalities, and globalizing their perspectives.

Explore how Boston Business School's programs meet your needs and priorities in the following fields: http://www.universitieshandbook.com

UCLA Executive Programme 2010 Starting form 6 March

Description: The Executive Program puts you on the leadership map with strategies, skills and acumen that will stretch your thinking and hone your abilities as a leader and a manager capable of achieving sustainable growth in your business. Encompassing all business functions of the global enterprise, a series of highly relevant, hands-on sessions galvanize your problem solving, team building and change management skills. UCLA Anderson faculty combine research-based expertise and real-world experience to deliver frameworks you and your peers can apply immediately and as your responsibilities increase… to catalyze positive change.

An Overview to Study Abroad

Description: This presentation gives in detail knowledge about the Study in U.K, U.S.A, Australia, Singapore. It also gives the knowledge about the services provided by Krishna Consultants

TOEFL Scholarship for Outstanding Indian Students

The upcoming deadline for the TOEFL® India Scholar Programme is 31st March 2010. Sponsored by Educational Testing Service (ETS), the programme recognizes outstanding students in India, who will begin their postgraduate studies in the U.K., U.S., and Canada in 2010.

Three (3) $10,000 scholarships and four (4) $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to students demonstrating high academic achievement, who have already been accepted into an institution in the U.K., U.S., or Canada. Winners will be notified on 22 May 2010.

Students can learn more about the scholarship programme and download the application at www.ets.org/toefl/indiascholarships or write to indiascholarships[at]ets.org.

Management Basics | Overview

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FUNCTIONS OF MANAGERS
The functions of a manager provide a useful framework for organizing management knowledge under the various heads of planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling. Managerial functions are effective tools for managers to achieve the organization’s planned objectives. They include the general administrative duties that need to be carried out in virtually all organizations. Figure 1.2 depicts the management process and shows the various functions that managers are involved in. It is evident from the figure that managers are involved in more than one activity at the same time.

Planning
Planning can be defined as the process, by which, managers decide the mission and objectives of the firm and take necessary steps to achieve the desired objectives. At the same time, managers need to determine the future trends in business and incorporate change and innovation into the organization from time to time.

There are various types of plans and they may range from planning to define the overall purposes and objectives of an organization to planning for a specific action. Planning helps a firm decide its future course of action.

MBA Study Material | World Organisations

World Organizations

What is IMF ?
IMF is UNO recognized international monetary fund or reserve which helps its members. It established in 1946 after bretton wood meeting. It has 185 members across the all nations but soviet Russia and its member are not linked with IMF. All work is done by its board of directors which is made by board of governors. Every country’s finance minister is as the governor from his respective country. There are two type directors in board of directors of IMF. One is quota and other is non quota. USA, UK, Germany and India are quota country and one member is taken in board of directors and other from non quota countries. Total no. of directors are 20.

Tips to Study MBA in USA

It’s one degree that is gaining in popularity by the day because of the opportunities it throws up once you graduate, and when you have an MBA from a prestigious B school, your reputation precedes you at any job interview. If you’ve chosen the USA as your destination to earn your graduate degree in business administration, you’ve made a good decision because this country is home to some of the finest and most elite business schools, and here’s what you need to know and do before you sign up for an MBA in the USA:

Choosing a right school:
Not everyone is lucky or talented enough to get into the MBA programs at Harvard, Wharton or Stanford, but there’s no harm in trying to get admission to a good school that offers a reputable and accredited business administration course. Research your options thoroughly, check if you qualify for admission to the schools of your choice, and complete the paperwork necessary well before the deadlines. If you don’t qualify (because of varying education standards in different countries), check out certificate courses that you could take to do so. Check if the schools of your choice offer placement options on graduation and if they hold job fairs where potential employers If you’re meticulous and detailed in your search, you stand a chance of getting into one of the top B schools in the nation.

Research Methodology | Central Tendency

Explain the various measure of central tendency?
In statistics, the general level, characteristic, or typical value that is representative of the majority of cases. Among several accepted measures of central tendency employed in data reduction, the most common are the arithmetic mean (simple average), the median, and the mode. FOR EXAMPLE, one measure of central tendency of a group of high school students is the average (mean) age of the students. Central tendency is a term used in some fields of empirical research to refer to what statisticians sometimes call "location". A "measure of central tendency" is either a location parameter or a statistic used to estimate a location parameter. Examples include: #Arithmetic mean, the sum of all data divided by the number of observations in the data set.#Median, the value that separates the higher half from the lower half of the data set.#Mode, the most frequent value in the data set. Measures of central tendency, or "location", attempt to quantify what we mean when we think of as the "typical" or "average" score in a data set. The concept is extremely important and we encounter it frequently in daily life. For example, we often want to know before purchasing a car its average distance per litre of petrol. Or before accepting a job, you might want to know what a typical salary is for people in that position so you will know whether or not you are going to be paid what you are worth. Or, if you are a smoker, you might often think about how many cigarettes you smoke "on average" per day. Statistics geared toward measuring central tendency all focus on this concept of "typical" or "average." As we will see, we often ask questions in psychological science revolving around how groups differ from each other "on average". Answers to such a question tell us a lot about the phenomenon or process we are studying Arithmetic Mean The arithmetic mean is the most common measure of central tendency. It simply the sum of the numbers divided by the number of numbers. The symbol mm is used for the mean of a population. The symbol MM is used for the mean of a sample. The formula for mm is shown below: m=SXN m S X N where SX S X is the sum of all the numbers in the numbers in the sample and NN is the number of numbers in the sample. As an example, the mean of the numbers 1+2+3+6+8=205=4 1 2 3 6 8 20 5 4 regardless of whether the numbers constitute the entire population or just a sample from the population. The table, Number of touchdown passes, shows the number of touchdown (TD) passes thrown by each of the 31 teams in the National Football League in the 2000 season. The mean number of touchdown passes thrown is 20.4516 as shown below. m=SXN=63431=20.4516 m S X N 634 31 20.4516 Number of touchdown passes

Research Methodology | Questionnaire

What is questionnaire- mention its characteristics and illustrate a sample questionnaire for any product you can choose
Answer: Questionnaire is a method used for collecting data; a set of written questions which calls for responses on the part of the client; may be self-administered or group-administered. Questionnaires are an inexpensive way to gather data from a potentially large number of respondents. Often they are the only feasible way to reach a number of reviewers large enough to allow statistically analysis of the results. A well-designed questionnaire that is used effectively can gather information on both the overall performance of the test system as well as information on specific components of the system. If the questionnaire includes demographic questions on the participants, they can be used to correlate performance and satisfaction with the test system among different groups of users. It is important to remember that a questionnaire should be viewed as a multi-stage process beginning with definition of the aspects to be examined and ending with interpretation of the results. Every step needs to be designed carefully because the final results are only as good as the weakest link in the questionnaire process. Although questionnaires may be cheap to administer compared to other data collection methods, they are every bit as expensive in terms of design time and interpretation. The steps required to design and administer a questionnaire include:

Human Resource Management | Training

Explain the factors which mainly contribute to the importance of training for different types of managers and workers in an industry/organization.
The factors which mainly contribute to the importance of training for different types of manages and workers in an industry are,

• There is always shortage of skilled employees and it is always felt that the most direct attack on the problem of un-employment, can be made through expansion of vocational training and professional education
• Skill shortages have arised due to rapid technology changes. Managers are faced with labor markets in which the skilled man-power fails to meet the needs for the new skills requirement.
• Trained employee makes better and economical use of materials and equipment. Therefore, the wastage and shortage are lessened.
• The inevitability of hiring unemployables consequent upon the social goal of equal employment opportunities necessitate the adequate process of training and development facilities

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Education In New Zealand

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New Zealanders value fresh thinking and teach original thinking. When students educated in New Zealand embark on their chosen careers they're valued for the new ideas they are able to contribute in today's new world. New Zealand bases its education programmes on the British system. Therefore, New Zealand offers students the most prestigious education system in the world without the expense and inconvenience of living in the Northern Hemisphere.

A qualification from New Zealand ranks with the best in the world. It is seen as internationally desirable because students have a high level of practical and theoretical competency when they graduate.

New Zealand is an easy, safe place to live and New Zealanders are as famous as the Irish for their warmth and hospitality. A multiracial, multicultural country, it makes students feel at home, find friends quickly and experience the moving, spiritual culture of New Zealand.New Zealanders are, by nature, inquisitive and adventurous. They encourage new, independent thinking, exploration and research. As a result, New Zealand degrees have a reputation around the world for being practical, modern and desirable.

In areas such as forestry, food processing, biotechnology, forensic science and marine engineering, New Zealand qualifications are acknowledged as simply the best in the world. New Zealanders are friendly, welcoming, love travel and enjoy meeting people from other cultures. English is the everyday language of New Zealanders and there is strong English Language support for international students. Both secondary and tertiary education in New Zealand offers an attractive and stimulating academic environment.

A long established democracy, New Zealand offers a safe and stable political environment. A great variety of recreational and cultural experiences are available in a country renowned for its natural beauty. Living and tuition costs compare well with other countries. Travel to New Zealand is easy with direct flights from most major cities. The climate is temperate with pleasant seasonal changes and is conducive to study and recreation. A wide variety of ethnic communities reside in New Zealand.

Education System

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New Zealand has an international reputation as a provider of quality education. It offers a safe learning environment, which provides excellent study opportunities, and support services for international students. Courses are available for academic, professional and vocational studies at universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, secondary schools and private training establishments. There are also a number of English Language Institutes and private English Language Schools catering to students of diverse age groups.

Twenty-five institutions in New Zealand are part of the polytechnic system and provide education and training in a broad range of industry and occupation based vocational studies.

New Zealand has seven national universities offering degree programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in academic and professional studies. All universities offer a broad range of subjects for degrees in commerce, science and the arts. Each university has also developed its own specialist subjects, such as engineering, computer studies, medicine and agriculture. There are also a number of private tertiary institutes and private training providers.

English Language Requirements

English is now a global language. It is the major language of international business, politics, technology, research and sport. New Zealand is an English speaking country with a long tradition

Education In South Africa

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Admission procedures

Assessment Procedure (TPPA) is used as a tool in the enrolment preliminaries of certain courses to determine a candidate's potential for a specific course. With this procedure, which comprises a psychometric evaluation of the applicant, it is implied that the candidate is not evaluated simply on the grounds of his/her educational performance. The potential of the candidate to achieve success in his/her chosen field is also determined in a scientific manner. After the submission of their application forms, applicants will receive a notice from the Technikon with particulars of the evaluations procedures.

(Financial Requirements)
State subsidy for international students

All students from SADC countries, will be subsidised by the South African

• Government at the same level as South African students.
• Post-graduate and post-diploma students from other foreign countries will be subsidised by the South African Government at the same level as South African students.
• Children of diplomatic representatives accredited for South Africa, as well as exchange students, will be subsidised by the South African government in the same way as South African students.
• Students with valid work permits or where the parent(s) of an international students who is still under the age of 23 years of age has(ve) (a) work permit(s) and where proof is given that taxes are being paid in South Africa, will pay the South African fee.
• All other international students (who are still doing their diploma or B Tech Degree) will NOT be subsidised by the South African Government and are therefore eligible to pay three times the general South African fee.
  The SADC countries are:
• Angola
• Botswana
• Democratic Republic of Congo
• Lesotho
• Malawi
• Mauritius
• Mozambique
• Namibia
• Seychelles
• South Africa
• Swaziland
• Tanzania
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe
• Rwanda (although not a SADC member, these students will be subsidised by the South African Government in accordance with the bilateral agreement signed by the two countries) Please feel free to contact mombergl@techpta.ac.za, should there be any questions.
  N.B.
• The estimated tuition costs differs from subject to subject and therefore only a ruff estimation is given.
• The following additional costs should be taken into account:
  • Transport to and from South Africa
  • Repatriation costs
  • Study permit application cost.

Contact Address:

Postal address:

Technikon Pretoria,
Private Bag X680,
PRETORIA 0001,
Republic of South Africa

Financial Aid

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Financial aid is not available to international students. International students are advised to make enquiries from their Ministers of Education or Scholarship Offices at institutions in their country of origin.

Application fee and closing date : Applications for study in the first semester must be submitted by 15 August. And for the second semester by 30 April. A non-refundable application fee of R200 must be paid on submission of the form. No late applications will be accepted.

Fees: Full-time undergraduates

Applicants must ensure that they have sufficient money to meet all expenses while living in South Africa.

A breakdown of estimated costs are as follows:

Education In Singapore

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The National University of Singapore( NUS ):- is building intelligent partnerships with universities worldwide and taking on strategic roles in global consortia that will continually strengthen synergies between the processes of creating, imparting, and exploiting knowledge.

NUS aspires to be a dynamic connected knowledge community imbued with a "no walls" culture which promotes free flow of talent and ideas. Individual members of our community enjoy access to diverse opportunities for intellectual and professional growth and in turn add value to NUS becoming a global knowledge enterprise.

Learning and living in NUS - a microcosm of the global knowledge community - will foster an entrepreneurial and global mindset as well as hone the requisite skills and habits to thrive in a fast-changing global economy with no walls.

The National University of Singapore (NUS) has its roots in Singapore's first centre of higher education - The Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, which was founded in 1905. It was given its present name in 1980 through a merger between the University of Singapore and Nanyang University.

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Education

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The NUS degree is internationally recognised. It has 10 faculties offering undergraduate and graduate programmes. The highest degree conferred by NUS is Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). NUS also provides special programmes with leading international tertiary institutions like MIT, Harvard, Stanford and Johns Hopkins.

Research

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NUS supports Singapore's development as a knowledge-based, high-technology economy through research and development (R&D) activities. There are 12 NUS-affiliated national-level and 12 University-level research centres.
Student Enrolment (as at October 2002)
Undergraduate students - 23,137
Graduate students - 9,008

Admissions

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The University offers a broad-based education tailored to produce well-rounded graduates with the intellectual breadth and robustness to be lifelong learners. Global in outlook, we draw students who have excelled in a diverse range of disciplines.

The National University of Singapore welcomes applicants from all educational backgrounds. In order for our office to evaluate your application appropriately, please review the following categories and determine which category best describes you.

Attention Category A, B, C, D and E applicants

Applying for full-time undergraduate admission in academic year
Applicant category Requirements and closing dates Application fee

:: Category A ::

Applicants, regardless of nationality, presenting the Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'A' level certificate and SAT I scores. The deadline is 1 April of the current year.

Requirements
FAQ - DBS/POSBank ATM - $15 NETS/ Visa/ Mastercard/ cheque-$20
» Applicant category Requirements and closing dates Application fee

:: Category B::

Applicants, regardless of nationality, presenting a diploma from a polytechnic in Singapore and SAT I scores. Admissions exercise lasts from 22 February to 23 March every year .

Requirements
FAQ - See www.ntu.edu.sg/registrar
» Applicant category Requirements and closing dates Application fee

:: Category C ::

Applicants, regardless of nationality, who will be at least 25 years of age with at least 4 years of work experience (i.e. mature applicants). Same as for Categories A, B or E depending on qualification(s) held.

Mature applicants may apply with the Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'A' level certificate or a diploma from a polytechnic in Singapore. Diplomas from private institutions are normally unacceptable for application.

Requirements - Same as for Categories A, B or E depending on qualification(s) held.

» Applicant category Requirements and closing dates Application fee

:: Category D ::

International applicants with international qualifications

Requirements -Bank draft/ Visa / Mastercard / or NETS if in Singapore - $20

Doctoral Programmes

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Doctor of Surgery (D.Surg.)
Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S) These degrees are awarded on the basis of research work.

Doctor of Laws
Doctor of Letters
Doctor of Science These degrees are based on the candidate's publications and evidence of an independent and notable contribution to the advancement of knowledge.

Graduate Programmes

Coursework Programmes

Admission requirements for master's programmes by coursework vary from programme to programme. Generally, the basic requirement is a good Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline. In some cases, a period of relevant work experience is also required.

Research Programmes

The normal minimum entry qualifications for admission to the master's/doctoral programmes by research are a good relevant bachelor's degree (applicants who are NUS graduates should preferably have bachelor s degree with honours at least at second class level)/master's degree and the ability to pursue research in the candidate's proposed field of advanced study.

Other Doctoral Programmes

For admission as a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Surgery, a candidate must be a graduate of at least one year's standing in Medicine and Surgery.

For admission as a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery, a candidate must be a graduate of at least three years standing in dental surgery.

For admission as a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Letters, Doctor of Laws or Doctor of Science, a person must be a Doctor of Philosophy of at least five years standing at the date on which he/she registers and must satisfy the University Senate of his/her suitability to register as a candidate for the degree.

Residence Requirement (for research programmes)

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Applicants who wish to register for our master's or doctoral degrees but are not residing in Singapore or would like to do their research in overseas institutions, must spend a period in residence in Singapore for a minimum of 6 months (master's degree) or 1.5 years (doctoral degree) during his/her candidature.

Candidates who are in receipt of the NUS Research Scholarship, must reside in Singapore during the duration of the scholarship to conduct research/attend courses at the University except during periods of approved leave.

Application Procedure

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Applications for coursework programmes are normally invited through newspaper advertisements. Details and application forms can be obtained directly from the respective Graduate Schools/Graduate Divisions of Faculties/Institutes.

Candidates for the coursework programmes are admitted at the beginning of either Semester I or Semester II, depending on the programmes they are enrolled in.

Research Programmes.

There are two intakes per academic year: one in July and the other in January. Details and application forms and can be obtained directly from the respective Faculties/Schools.

Registration

A person whose application for admission has been approved by the Board of Graduate Studies must register as a candidate of the University on admission and in each subsequent year of his/her candidature within the dates stipulated by the Registrar.

Unless granted approval by the University no student may concurrently be a candidate for more than one degree or register as a candidate of this University and of another university or institution.

Undergraduate courses

• Architecture
• arts and Social Sciences
• Building and Real Estate
• Business Administration
• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Engineering (School of Computing)
• Computer Engineering (Faculty of Engineering)
• Computing
• Dentistry
• Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Industrial Design
• Law
• Medicine
• Music
• Pharmacy
• Science

Graduate studies

1. Faculty of arts & social sciences

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Tuition Fees	Living Costs	Total Costs
Canada	$7,100	$8,100 $15,200
United Kingdom	$14,800	$12,600 $27,400
United States (public)	$12,200	$10,400 $22,600
United State (private)	$20,500	$11,600 $32,100
Australia	$11,700	$11,550 $23,250
France (public Minimal	$15,550	$15,550

Opportunities in the Growing Global Market

Canadian schools are at the forefront of the information technology revolution, ensuring that their students are equipped for the 21st century. Most schools offer cooperative education and training programmes that allow students to spend a portion of their school year gaining practical experience in the workplace.

Great place to live and study

In Canada you can study at serene settings on the Great Lakes, near the ocean, or close to the mountains. Canada not just has a wealth of natural beauty, it is also famous for its cosmopolitan and multicultural cities brimming with ethnic foods, great entertainment, cultural events, and sports.

Graduates are in demand

Many American companies recruit students directly from Canadians universities on campus. Canada is a country of immigrants and has an encouraging multicultural diversity.

Almost all of the world's ethnic groups are represented in Canada. International student advisors at schools can help students get in touch with such groups.

High Tech Country

Canada is an international leader in computer and information technologies and has a reputation for excellence in such sectors as telecommunications, trSansportation and engineering; and specifically, aerospace, urban transport, microelectronics, medical devices, advanced software, hydroelectric and nuclear power, lasers and opto-electronics, biotechnology etc.

Canada was among the first in the world to recognize the need to connect schools and libraries to the Internet, and its School Net program is being copied around the world.

Contact Detail

CEC India
(New Delhi)

Hazel Siromoni, Manager
Canadian Education Centre
86, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar,
New Delhi, India
110 057

Mailing Address:
Canadian High Commission
Canadian Education Centre
7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri
New Delhi, India 110-021
Tel: 91-11 614 6648
Fax: 91-11 614 6078
E-mail: cecnd@cec.apfnet.org

Education System

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The Canadian education system comprises of : Elementary / Secondary

Universities & University Colleges

Canada has a large selection of universities and university colleges. Canadian universities are largely publicly funded; as a result they are of a consistently high quality, regardless of location or area of study. They all retain a high degree of academic autonomy. They offer a broad range of courses and a full range of degrees from undergraduate to doctorates, and can also offer certificates and professional degrees. The university year usually runs from September to May. Some universities are on a semester or trimester system, with all courses available even in the summer. University Colleges offers university degrees as well as college diploma and certificate programs.

Community Colleges

The Community Colleges offer certificate and diploma programs in career and vocational.training.

Career Colleges

A technical/career college is a privately owned and operated school with the main objective of preparing students for the job market after a short period of instruction.

Entry level

Admission Requirements vary from Institution to Institution, in Canada.

Successful completion of the equivalent of a Canadian secondary school academic program with strong marks. Proof of strong proficiency in English (or French if studies in French).

Students may be required to provide proof of language proficiency by way of a language proficiency test (For example TOEFL- Test of English as a Foreign Language administered by Educational Testing Service in USA, IELTS - International English Language Testing System administered by the British Council). Generally, Francophone universities require international students to complete their own test of French proficiency.

Some institutions have other forms of English or French language assessment; they may offer their own language proficiency test or, may admit students to academic programs on the basis of having successfully completed that institution's language program

There is no Canada wide entrance test as each university sets its own admission standards and assesses the qualifications of each applicant individually.

Undergraduate Programme

For seeking admission to an undergraduate course, a minimum of twelve years of education is the required qualification. Students pursuing the Indian School Certificate Examination (ISCE) have an advantage as ISCE system is similar to the British System and its is easy to interpret for the US colleges. In case of CBSE and State Boards the student may have to communicate course contents, level of study etc., to the university.

Postgraduate Programme

For any postgraduate programme, you need to have completed 16 years of education, i.e. 10+2+4. This means that you cannot pursue a master's course in Canada if you have completed a three year degree course in India. You therefore need to pursue a one year postgraduate diploma or a two year post graduate degree if you are interested in further studies in America/Canada.

Degree holders in Engineering and medicine however don't have any such problem.

Postgraduate Management Programme

Most colleges require an educational level of 10+2+3. The top colleges however insist on 10+2+4. In both cases, a minimum work experience of two years is also required.

Graduate Management Aptitude Test is required for the MBA aspirants. The test assesses the verbal, analytical and mathematical skills of the candidate. The test is held in a Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) format and the candidate requires having the basic computer skills. Questions are displayed in the computer screen one at a time and system ‘adapts’ the level of the following questions based on the responses of the candidate. A score of 650 and above is considered excellent. The test is held in October, January, March and June all over the world and details on it are available in the test bulletin.

Selecting A College

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Select at least eight colleges that match your requirements and goals. Out of these two should be your dream colleges – one which you have always wanted to be apart of. Select four colleges where you have 50-50 chances of getting admission. The last two choices will include sure bet colleges – where you have 100 per cent chances of getting in.

Identify about their programmes and recognize the biases and limitations of each. Focus on issues such as differences in curriculum, teaching approaches, placement, and financial aid.

The World Wide Web

All schools have a web presence. Look at each school's web site for information on programme types, selection criterion, eligibility, faculty, financial aid, etc. While some schools offer on-line applications for admission; others provide

Education In Switzerland

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International students undergo the same admission procedure as Swiss citizens: citizens of the Principality of Liechtenstein, acknowledged refugees, foreigners who themselves or whose parents have been in possession of a Swiss work permit during the last 5 years or who are holders of a federal or federally recognized maturity certificate and children of persons with diplomatic status in Switzerland. Foreign students should also be aware that they will be asked to pay somewhat higher fees should they be accepted on a course. They must therefore be able to prove that they have the financial means to pay both the fees and their living costs. It is no longer possible to obtain working permits, even for the holiday periods.

Education System

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There are 12 official higher education institutions in Switzerland

The universities of Basle (BS), Berne (BE), Lucerne (LU), St Gall (SG), Zurich (ZH) and the Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETHZ) are located in the German-speaking part of Switzerland. The universities of Geneva (GE), Lausanne (LA) and Neuchâtel (NE), as well as the Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) are in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. The University of Fribourg (FR) is situated in a bilingual canton. Therefore the courses are offered in German and / or French. The Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) is located in the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. The following may also be considered as institutions of higher education: the Pedagogical College of St Gall, the Graduate Institute for International Studies in Geneva and the Graduate Institute for Advanced Public Administration.

In addition to the institutes of higher education mentioned above, there are a number of private colleges which offer courses based on the Anglo-Saxon system. The studies and examinations offered by these colleges are not recognized in Switzerland.

Some of these colleges may even offer courses which are not serious or even relevant. It is therefore advisable to anyone interested in following such a course to make careful initial investigations into the problem of recognition.

The academic year is divided into two semesters the winter semester from mid-October to beginning of March and the summer semester from mid-April to mid-July. The total length of studies up to the first academic exam is generally 4 to 5 years depending on the course of study, and 6 years for medical studies. Experience shows that the total length of study is usually 1 or 2 years longer. The Swiss academic degrees are the Lizentiat / Licence, the diploma and the Doktorat / doctorat.

Entry Requirement

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Age: minimum age is 18

Language Ability : Good knowledge of the language of instruction( French, German or Italian depending on which area you go to) is a pre-requisite for admission to any Swiss university.

Foreign School or College Certificates : Candidates should possess a state- recognized . Swiss matriculation certificate or a foreign certificate recognized by the university as being equivalent. The various faculties also have the right to decide about admittance of candidates in possession of certificates which are normally recognized in Switzerland.

Application Procedure

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Interested applicants advised to submit their application materials at least two months before a particular programme starts. All applications are reviewed by our admission committee. The admission decision will be made on a comprehensive evaluation of the applicants after the interview and is non-recourse. Application Checklist/ Fully completed Application Form 6 passport photos Copy of Degree/Diploma and Scores Copy of TOEFL Score .

Preparatory courses to the Bachelor Programs Admission requirements/ To be able to follow the preparatory courses, candidates should at least obtain "3 of 6" points in our admission exam of English. Expenses: CHF 5'500.- (Swiss francs) back.

Master Programs Admission requirements/ Bachelor's degree in finance, Business Administration or relevant field. Satisfactory result of format Exam, ex. GMAT 550 or minimum with a "4"points in Admission Exam to the Master of Finance programme .

Examination

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Examinations to be taken for entry into Swiss Universities

International Tests

TOEFL score with at least 500 or equivalent level Personal interview Professional candidates with at least two years professional experience in a financial or banking institution will be accorded by case to determine their entrance level. Addmission test/ Written examination Applicants without a TOEFL score or without a minimum TOEFL score of 500 will be required to take the admission test prepared by the universities and only those who get a score equivalent to a TOEFL score 500 will be considered for admission. Interview Applicants with a minimum TOEFL score of 500 or equivalent level in the Entrance examination will be invited for an interview.

Contact details

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A special course designed to prepare students for the entrance examination is held in Fribourg between Octob